MicroPython 101
A project-based introduction to micro:bit programming using MicroPython with instructions to build 16 hands-on micro:bit projects.
- GRADES 7+
- ADVANCED
- WEB
Answer Key
U.S. Standards
- CCSS-Math: MP.1
- CCSS-ELA: 6-8.RST.3, 6-8.RST.4, 6-8.RST.7
- CSTA: 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-15, 2-AP-17
- CS CA: 6-8.AP.11, 6-8.AP.13, 6-8.AP.15, 6-8.AP.16, 6-8.AP.17
- ISTE: 1.c, 1.d, 4.d, 5.c, 5.d, 6.b
U.K. Standards
Key stage 3
Pupils should be taught to:- understand the hardware and software components that make up computer systems, and how they communicate with one another and with other systems
- create, reuse, revise and repurpose digital artefacts for a given audience, with attention to trustworthiness, design and usability
- understand a range of ways to use technology safely, respectfully, responsibly and securely, including protecting their online identity and privacy; recognise inappropriate content, contact and conduct, and know how to report concerns
Key stage 4
All pupils must have the opportunity to study aspects of information technology and computer science at sufficient depth to allow them to progress to higher levels of study or to a professional career. Pupils should be taught to:- develop their capability, creativity and knowledge in computer science, digital media and information technology
- develop and apply their analytic, problem-solving, design, and computational thinking skills
- understand how changes in technology affect safety, including new ways to protect their online privacy and identity, and how to report a range of concerns
Lesson
1 : Introduction
MicroPython 101
Time: 45+ minutes
Introduction
Code Introduced
Vocabulary
Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up
(5 minutes)
Activities
(45 minutes)
Facilitate as students complete all Introduction modules on their own:
1. What Is a micro:bit? (Document)
2. What is MicroPython? (Example)
3. Hello, World! (DIY)
4. Scorekeeper (DIY)
5. Review (Document)
6. Quiz (Multiple-choice)
Extended Activities
(10 minutes)
Time: 45+ minutes
Introduction
Code Introduced
Vocabulary
Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up (5 minutes)
Activities (45 minutes)
Facilitate as students complete all Introduction modules on their own:
1. What Is a micro:bit? (Document)2. What is MicroPython? (Example)
3. Hello, World! (DIY)
4. Scorekeeper (DIY)
5. Review (Document)
6. Quiz (Multiple-choice)